Obstetrics Training Course

Lesson 1 • Obstetric Terminology and Definitions

Introduces standardized obstetric vocabulary including gravidity, parity, and gestational age. Precise terminology ensures accurate documentation and team communication.

Lesson 2 • Female Reproductive Anatomy Review

Covers uterine, cervical, and pelvic structures relevant to pregnancy and delivery. Provides the anatomical baseline required for all obstetric assessments.

Lesson 3 • Fetal Development Across Trimesters

Traces organogenesis, fetal growth, and viability thresholds by trimester. Clinicians use this knowledge to contextualize fetal assessment findings.

Lesson 1 • Fetal Movement and Kick Counting

Teaches patient education on fetal movement monitoring and clinical response to decreased movement. Connects maternal reporting to timely clinical evaluation.

Lesson 2 • Ultrasound in Prenatal Care

Introduces indications, timing, and interpretation of obstetric ultrasound across trimesters. Integrates imaging findings into the overall prenatal care plan.

Lesson 3 • Initial Prenatal Visit Protocol

Outlines history-taking, physical examination, and baseline laboratory workup at the first visit. Sets the clinical baseline for ongoing pregnancy surveillance.

Lesson 4 • Prenatal Screening and Diagnostic Tests

Covers first- and second-trimester screening options, diagnostic amniocentesis, and genetic counseling referral criteria. Guides informed decision-making with patients.

Lesson 1 • Obstetric Complications and Risk Factors

Covers placenta previa, prior cesarean, multiple gestation, and cervical insufficiency as key risk elevators. Enables early identification and care escalation.

Lesson 2 • Fetal Growth Abnormalities

Addresses intrauterine growth restriction and macrosomia, including causes, surveillance, and delivery planning. Links growth findings to targeted management decisions.

Lesson 3 • Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy

Distinguishes gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and eclampsia by diagnostic criteria and severity. Prepares clinicians to initiate timely interventions.

Lesson 4 • Gestational Diabetes Screening and Care

Details screening protocols, diagnostic thresholds, and glycemic management strategies for gestational diabetes. Reduces maternal and neonatal morbidity through structured control.

Lesson 1 • Stages and Phases of Labor

Defines the three stages of labor, cervical dilation milestones, and expected duration ranges. Provides the framework for evaluating labor progress.

Lesson 2 • Admission Assessment and Triage

Covers labor triage evaluation, cervical examination, and criteria for hospital admission. Ensures appropriate timing of admission to optimize outcomes.

Lesson 3 • Vaginal Delivery Technique

Details the mechanics of spontaneous vaginal delivery, perineal support, and immediate newborn care. Builds procedural competence for routine delivery management.

Lesson 4 • Intrapartum Fetal Monitoring

Teaches continuous and intermittent electronic fetal monitoring, strip interpretation, and category classification. Enables timely response to fetal status changes.

Lesson 1 • Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery

Compares spinal, epidural, and general anesthesia options for cesarean, including conversion protocols. Ensures safe anesthetic planning in elective and emergency settings.

Lesson 2 • Cesarean Surgical Technique

Covers skin incision choices, uterine entry, fetal extraction, and uterine closure methods. Builds procedural knowledge for safe cesarean performance.

Lesson 3 • Trial of Labor After Cesarean

Covers TOLAC candidacy criteria, uterine rupture surveillance, and consent elements. Enables informed shared decision-making for patients with prior cesarean.

Lesson 4 • Operative Vaginal Delivery

Teaches forceps and vacuum-assisted delivery indications, prerequisites, and technique. Provides skills to expedite delivery safely when maternal pushing is insufficient.

Lesson 1 • Eclampsia and Seizure Management

Details magnesium sulfate dosing, airway management, and delivery planning during eclamptic seizure. Prevents recurrent seizures and maternal end-organ damage.

Lesson 2 • Shoulder Dystocia Management

Teaches recognition of shoulder dystocia and sequential maneuver application under time pressure. Structured drill practice reduces neonatal brachial plexus injury risk.

Lesson 3 • Amniotic Fluid Embolism

Covers the clinical presentation, rapid resuscitation priorities, and multidisciplinary team activation for amniotic fluid embolism. Emphasizes early recognition of this rare, fatal condition.

Lesson 4 • Umbilical Cord Prolapse

Addresses diagnosis, immediate manual elevation, and emergency delivery coordination for cord prolapse. Rapid response prevents fetal hypoxia and death.

Lesson 1 • Breastfeeding Support and Lactation

Covers latch technique, milk supply establishment, and management of common breastfeeding difficulties. Supports exclusive breastfeeding initiation and continuation.

Lesson 2 • Postpartum Hemorrhage Prevention

Details active management of the third stage, uterotonic administration, and risk-stratified monitoring. Reduces primary postpartum hemorrhage incidence through proactive protocols.

Lesson 3 • Postpartum Infection Recognition

Identifies endometritis, wound infection, and mastitis by clinical criteria and guides antibiotic selection. Early treatment prevents sepsis and prolonged hospitalization.

Lesson 4 • Immediate Postpartum Assessment

Covers uterine involution, lochia evaluation, perineal inspection, and vital sign monitoring in the first hours. Establishes the baseline for ongoing postpartum surveillance.

Lesson 1 • Apgar Scoring and Initial Assessment

Teaches Apgar score assignment at one and five minutes and its clinical interpretation. Links scoring to resuscitation decisions and documentation requirements.

Lesson 2 • Newborn Screening and Prophylaxis

Covers metabolic screening, hearing testing, vitamin K administration, and eye prophylaxis protocols. Ensures all standard preventive interventions are delivered before discharge.

Lesson 3 • Routine Newborn Physical Examination

Details head-to-toe newborn examination findings, normal variants, and abnormalities requiring referral. Builds systematic examination skills for the delivery room and nursery.

Lesson 4 • Neonatal Complications Requiring Escalation

Identifies hypoglycemia, jaundice, respiratory distress, and sepsis risk in newborns and outlines escalation criteria. Enables timely NICU referral and prevents deterioration.